Project Accountant

Hassell Services; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architecture firm in London is seeking an experienced Project Accountant to manage project finances, reporting, and forecasting. The role involves collaborating with project leads to ensure projects are delivered with commercial clarity. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in project accounting and strong proficiency in ERP systems and Excel. The position offers a full-time contract along with a progressive flexible work policy, including opportunities for development and training.

Benefits

16 weeks paid parental leave

Flexible work policy

Inter-studio transfer opportunities

Well-being benefits

Development and training opportunities

Study assistance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project accounting within the professional services environment.
• Confident working independently and within a team.
• Proactive and solutions-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial performance across all London studio projects.
• Partner on pricing contracts and variations.
• Lead project revenue recognition and month-end reporting.
• Prepare and review invoices, manage WIP and debtor balances.
• Oversee subconsultant payments and contract setup.
• Support project forecasting, resourcing, and cash flow reporting.
• Provide financial insights and training to project leaders.

Skills

Project accounting experience

Independent working

Collaborative team skills

Attention to detail

Experience with ERP systems

Excel skills

Education

Qualified finance professional

Tools

Microsoft D365

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

At Hassell collaboration is at the heart of how we work. Our global Finance team partners closely with local studio leaders to ensure projects run smoothly and deliver the best financial outcomes supporting great design with sound business insight.

The Role

We’re looking for an experienced Project Accountant to join our London studio. You’ll partner with the Managing Principal project leads and our Group Finance team to manage project finances, reporting and forecasting ensuring our projects are delivered with commercial clarity and confidence.

This role is hands‑on and varied, ideal for someone who enjoys being close to the design process and supporting project leaders to make smart, informed decisions.

What you’ll do

• Manage financial performance across all London studio projects
• Partner with Architecture and Interior Design Principals on pricing contracts and variations
• Lead project revenue recognition and month‑end reporting
• Prepare and review invoices, manage WIP and debtor balances
• Oversee subconsultant payments and contract setup
• Support project forecasting, resourcing and cash flow reporting
• Provide financial insights and training to project leaders

Qualifications

You’re a qualified finance professional with at least 5+ years experience in project accounting, ideally within architecture, design, construction or the built‑environment professional services environment.

You’re confident working independently, thrive in a collaborative team and have a proactive, solutions‑focused approach.

You’ll also bring:

• Experience with medium‑large ERP systems (we use Microsoft D365)
• Solid Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to balance multiple priorities

Additional Information

Why Choose Hassell

Our team enjoys a wide range of benefits to support their development and well‑being:

• 16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers.
• A progressive flexible work policy that allows hybrid work location flexibility and work‑pattern flexibility.
• Inter‑studio transfer opportunities.
• Well‑being benefits.
• Development and training opportunities including access to online training programs and our People Coach program.
• Study assistance.

Hassell is an inclusive equal‑opportunity employer that celebrates diversity. We demonstrate our commitment to reconciliation and cultural safety by fostering inclusive environments that value the cultural identities, perspectives and practices of all individuals. We prioritise ensuring that everyone feels safe, included and respected.

Our local studios serve as primary hubs for in‑person connection and collaboration and we offer flexible and hybrid work arrangements. Hassell encourages sustainable work hours and actively supports the holistic health and well‑being of our people.

Apply Now – We’re a fast‑paced and proactive practice so we don’t wait until applications close to review them. Submit your CV and professional portfolio. Please note that we do not accept speculative candidates via agencies or third parties.

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full‑time

Key Skills: Accounting Software, Organizational skills, Construction Experience, GAAP, QuickBooks, Pivot tables, Accounting, Sage, Account Reconciliation, Cost Accounting Standards, Microsoft Excel, Contracts

Experience: Years

Vacancy: 1